The Top Ten Q & A: DJ Brett Henrichsen

It's been 10 years since Masterbeat launched New Year's in California, and over those 10 years New Year's Los Angeles has grown to become THE destination to ring in the New Year, with thousands of visitors celebrating on the west coast, the past 10 years has seen Masterbeat take you to legendary LA venues.

Celebrate 10th anniversary as Masterbeat presents "X: New Year's Los Angeles 2010" at the Mayan Theater in downtown Los Angeles. They are pulling out all the stops as and bringing the superstar duo DJ and production team Rosabel to man the decks to ring in the new decade.

Los Angeles-based DJ Brett Henrichsen has been a favorite and has spun at the leading dance clubs in worldwide. He’s the mastermind behind the uber-successful Masterbeat record label and has been busy putting together one of the hottest New Years Eve Parties in Downtown Los Angeles at The Mayan.

1. What motivated you to become a full-time DJ/ Promoter? My love of dance music.
2. You have mixed countless of remixes for high profile names. What track was the most fun to remix? Why? That’s like asking me to pick my favorite baby. I’d like to say I love them all equally but those that know me know I favor my ladies. I love a great screaming diva track.
3. This Question is for all the curious "bachelors" What do you look for in a partner? It’s all about the eyes and the smile. But truthfully, I don’t have time for a boyfriend. I am dating my work right now. I don’t even have time for my dog.
4. What Recording Artist would you like to work with next? I would love to work with U2 and Lady Gaga.
5. What is your favorite thing about New Years in Los Angeles? Los Angeles parties just as hard as the boys in NYC, but we have one big advantage. The weather! New Years is always the coldest day of the year in New York. LA starts the year right.
6. How does producing an event compare to remixing a record? Both cause big headaches in the development stage but the end result is always worth it!
7. What can people and party go-ers expect from DJ's Ralphi Rosario & Abel? Rosabel never fails to impress. They’re two of the best DJs on the scene right now.
8. Other than yourself, who is your favorite DJ? Why? Rosabel, Dave Aude, Motoblanco, Freemasons… I can go on and on. What I love about dance music is that every DJ adds his or her own flavor to the scene.
9. What separates this party from all the NYE events? Spread over three days (dec 31-Jan 2), we are the biggest New Year gay party. We offer an outstanding ambience and blend in the hottest music by Rosabel, large video screens and an exciting laser show!
10. How late will you stay open? Our party doesn’t end until January 2nd. That may seem like a long time for some, but we’re launching a new decade this year, people. We have a lot to celebrate.

For tickets and more information on New Years Eve @ The Mayan please visit: www.newyearsla.com and www.circuiticket.com